Evidence supporting the use of: Bengal Fig
For the health condition: Jaundice (adults)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

The Bengal Fig (Ficus benghalensis) has been used in traditional systems of medicine, particularly in Ayurveda and folk medicine, to support liver health and manage conditions like jaundice. Traditional practitioners have employed various parts of the plant—such as bark, leaves, and latex—for their purported hepatoprotective and detoxifying properties. The rationale is primarily based on historical usage and anecdotal reports rather than robust scientific validation. Some Ayurvedic texts reference the use of Bengal Fig bark decoctions for relieving symptoms of jaundice and improving liver function.

In terms of scientific evidence, there are only a limited number of preclinical studies (in vitro and animal models) suggesting hepatoprotective effects of Ficus benghalensis extracts, but these are preliminary and do not directly demonstrate efficacy in jaundice, nor are they sufficient to establish clinical relevance for adults with this condition. No well-conducted human clinical trials have confirmed the effectiveness or safety of Bengal Fig for the treatment or support of jaundice. Therefore, its use for jaundice is primarily justified by tradition, with only weak supporting evidence from experimental models.

In summary, the use of Bengal Fig to support or treat jaundice in adults is rooted in traditional medicine, but lacks strong scientific validation. More rigorous clinical research would be required to substantiate its efficacy and safety for this indication.

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